Why Do Dogs Love Maca? Is Maca Good for Dogs?

DOGS LOVE MACA for its tasty, nutty flavor and pet parents love Maca because it is a nutritional power house that helps promote homeostasis (body balance) and optimized health, in a convenient meal topper format

Maca is a super food, botanical root from the Andes Mountains that is a highly specialized adaptogen plant, containing over 55 natural and healthy phytochemicals, which may help identify metabolic, environmental, physiological, oxidative and emotional stress in your dog, as well as provide vital nutritional support to your dog's immune system.

Reducing metabolic stress in our dogs (and cats) is important because it disrupts nutrient assimilation, undermines immunity and opens up susceptibility to metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, Cushing's, Addison's and other metabolic conditions.

Maca contains a adaptogens, which are a highly specialized class of phytochemicals that carry out read, repair and restore actions in that they are naturally coded to help identify imbalance and then work to help nutritionally and biochemically to restore your pet’s body systems back to balance.

DOGS LOVE MACA MEAL TOPPER is also a fun way to treat your dog, as it can be added to a variety of dog healthy recipes, to add a nutritional boost to your meals or treats.

Maca has been studied for its adaptogen and alkaloid content which help nourish HPA glandular function (Hypothalamus, Pituitary and Adrenal) particularly for its potential effect to help stimulate, nourish and rebuild glandular tissue, including the hypothalamus and pituitary glands, which are the master glands. The hypothalamus and pituitary glands help regulate proper hormonal response in all other glands in the body, including producing and maintaining hormones, which are required for every cell, tissue, organs and body system to operate properly.

Maca has also been studied for its potential nutritional support for Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, as it may help limit micro-inflammation and plaque buildup in the brain and can safely cross the blood/brain barrier to help nourish and balance the neurological and endocrine link.

Maca is tonic in nature, giving an additional level of support to its adaptogen content, helping tone and strengthen all body systems toward balanced and optimal wellness, particularly as it relates to building and maintaining energy, focus, mood, and the ability to handle stress. According to recent PubMed studies, Maca may have a beneficial effect on your dog's innate endocannabinoid system.

Maca may also be an important support for some types of cancer, due to the presence of plant chemicals called isothiocyanates (ITCs), which induce cell apoptosis (cell death) related to cancer cell lines.

* The statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These statements refer to holistic uses only and are not supported by medical research. The information contained in this plant file is intended for education, entertainment and information purposes only. This information is not intended to be used to diagnose, prescribe or replace proper medical care. The plant described herein is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose, mitigate or prevent any disease or condition.
* As indicated by holistic veterinarians.

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